HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Highlands Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Red Clay Consolidated School District school district, located in Wilmington, DE with about 283 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, Highlands Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Highlands Elementary School, located in the historic Highlands neighborhood of Wilmington, Delaware, is a community-focused public school serving students in grades K-5. As part of the Red Clay Consolidated School District, the school is known for its commitment to providing a rigorous academic environment that emphasizes core subjects while fostering the social and emotional development of its diverse student body. The school’s location in a residential area makes it a central hub for local families, promoting a tight-knit atmosphere that encourages parental involvement and community collaboration.

Academically, Highlands Elementary strives to prepare its students for future success by integrating technology and innovative instructional strategies into the classroom. The school focuses on building strong foundational skills in literacy and mathematics, complemented by enrichment programs that aim to cultivate critical thinking and creativity. By maintaining high expectations and providing a supportive learning environment, Highlands Elementary works to ensure that all students have the tools necessary to thrive both within the classroom and in their subsequent educational endeavors.

For more information, contact Highlands Elementary School at (302) 651-2715 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.